The base unit includes a comprehensive owner's manual, which contains instructions and examples on how to best utilize your AquaController III Pro. No technical background is necessary to setup and operate the controller. The base unit measures 10cm x 19cm" x 2.75cm"
To help you perform the initial setup of the AquaController III Pro, the base unit comes pre-programmed with a default setup which requires little if any modification to work with most aquarium setups.
The AquaController III Pro base unit contains all the necessary capabilities to monitor and control even the most demanding aquarium setup. All of the features described below are present in the base unit; there are no additional software upgrades to buy.The AquaController 3 Pro is able to:
Monitor & Control pH, ORP, Temperature, Conductivity and Dissolved Oxygen The base unit includes software which is capable of monitoring pH, ORP, temperature, conductivity and dissolved oxygen. The monitored data is continuously displayed on the large LCD display and also logged into the internal RAM for later retrieval. All probes support digital calibration.
The AquaController III Pro also contains the functionality to control the pH, ORP, temperature, conductivity and dissolved oxygen in your tank. The standard control functions for the monitored parameters listed above are possible.
For pH control typically CO2 is injected into the aquarium when the pH rises too high. The AquaController III Pro continuously monitors the pH and can turn the CO2 injection system on or off based upon the user defined high and low set points. Because of the AquaController III Pro's highly programmable nature, it is possible to control pH in new and nonstandard ways. For example, in reef tanks with a calcium reactor it is desirable to stop injecting CO2 into the reaction chamber if the pH of the tank falls too low. The AquaController III Pro is currently the only known controller on the market capable of this type of control. The CO2 injection system is not included with AquaController III Pro.
Similarly, the AquaController III Pro can control the ORP level in your tank with the injection of ozone. If the ORP in your tank drops to an user defined settings, the AquaController III Pro can enable ozone injection into the tank. The ozone injection system is not included with AquaController III Pro.
Also the AquaController III Pro can control both a heater and chiller to maintain a stable temperature environment in the tank. The heater and/or chiller enable and disable temperatures can be set independently. Given the tank has an adequate heater and chiller, the temperature can be maintained within +-0.16°C (.3 °F).
Additionally, the AquaController III Pro has many more features for temperature control. For example, if the temperature of the tank exceeds a preset value, the AquaController III Pro can turn on a fan to cool the tank. If the temperature rises higher, an additional fan or chiller can be enabled. If the temperature rises even higher, lights can be shut off. There is really no limit to the number of ways that the AquaController III Pro can control the temperature.
Also, the AquaController III Pro has a special temperature cycle which is used to simulate seasonal temperature variations. All of the above mentioned features for temperature control are available in this mode as well; only the target temperature set point varies with the day of the year. This mode of operation is most interesting to the serious aquarist trying to induce his corals and fish to spawn.
Sunrise and Sunset Simulation The AquaController III Pro has a special type of timer which can be used to simulate the varying lengths of days throughout the year. This feature is used to make the length of daylight hours longer in the summer than in the winter. This results in a more realistic simulation of natural lighting variations.
Moon Cycle Simulation The AquaController III Pro has another special type of timer which can be used to simulate the moon cycle in your tank. A special lamp control module is used. This control module is capable of varying the intensity of light emitted from an incandescent bulb. The intensity variations are controlled by the AquaController III Pro which is preprogrammed with correct intensity values for each day of the moon cycle. The AquaController III Pro automatically updates the intensity value depending upon the current setting of the AquaController III Pro's clock. With this artificial moon cycle, it is possible to induce corals and fish to spawn.
WaveMaker Each pump to be controlled can either have a random or fixed time period. Both the on and off times are fully programmable and can range from 1 minute to 4 hours in 1 minute increments. Up to 20 pumps can be controlled by one base unit. A variable length feed timer cycle can be initiated with the press of a button and will disable some or all of the pumps in the system (programmed by the user).
4 External Switch Inputs The AquaController III Pro comes equipped with 4 TTL level external inputs which can be used to activate/deactivate equipment in response to an external stimulus. Applications for these inputs include connection to water level float switches, water pressure and flow sensors, and water on the floor sensors. The AquaController III Pro program can be set up to signal alarms or turn on/off appliances in the event of external switch open or closure.
A simple example best illustrates the power and versatility of the AquaController III Pro. Suppose that you wish to simulate the sunrise and sunset in your tank as well as having longer or shorter sunlight hours as based upon the seasons. The following program achieves this effect:
If Sun 000/000 Then LT1 ON If Sun 060/-045 Then LT2 ON If Temp > 83.0 Then LT2 OFF The first statement of the program turns light 1 ON at sunrise and OFF at sunset. The second statement turns light 2 ON 60 minutes after sunrise and shuts it off 45 minutes before sunset. This feature is not available in any other controller. The keyword 'Sun' tells the AquaController III Pro to use the preprogrammed timer which calculates the sunrise and sunset times for the current day of the year.
The programming flexibility does not stop here though, as illustrated by the third program statement. This statement will shut off light 2 if the temperature of the tank ever exceeds 83.0°F. With this type of feature, the temperature stability of the tank can be more easily obtained on those hot summer days.
Similar program statements are used to enable or disable all the different control functions. The base unit comes pre-programmed with a default program which contains the majority of the control functions required in the average tank. Using this default program your tank will be up and running in very little time.
A new construct added to the AquaController III Pro's program allows for the state of one controlled appliance to be used to control another appliance. For example to have certain pumps shut down at night something like this could be used:
If Sun 000/000 Then LT1 ON OSC 010/015 M Then PM1 ON If Timer LT1 = OFF Then PM1 OFF The extensive owner's manual thoroughly describes the installation and customization of the AquaController III Pro for use in your tank. The manual also contains many programming examples which illustrate many of its unique features. With this system the control of your aquarium is limited only by your imagination.
Alarms The AquaController III Pro can be programmed to enable an audible alarm when a monitored condition exceeds a preset value. The AquaController III Pro will immediately let you know when your tank needs attention. With an internet connection (cable or DSL connection) and alarm email can be sent. The information received in the email includes the current pH, temperature, ORP, conductivity and dissolved oxygen, power status, and the state all the controlled devices at the time of the alarm.
Data Logging The AquaController III Pro has data logging for the aquarist that wants to keep an accurate log of the conditions in his aquarium. Temperature, pH, ORP, conductivity and dissolved oxygen are sampled and stored into battery backed RAM. The sample interval is user programmable and can be from 1 minute to four hours in 1 minute increments. The data log can either be viewed on the LCD display or downloaded to a PC or Macintosh via a standard RS232 serial connection or an Ethernet telnet or HTPP connection.
Web Interface When the AquaController III Pro is connected to your local network by its ethernet port, the controllers status and configuration settings are available through a standard browser. Below is a screen capture of Internet Explorer accessing the controllers current status.
Notice that not only can the current status be access, but also any of the controlled devices can be manual turned on or off. Also available through the web interface are the ability, view/modify the current controller program, view the datalogs, set the clock, and view the seasonal table. If an internet connection (DSL or cable modem) is available where the AquaController is installed, then your system can be checked on in almost any location in the world. Of course all access to the controller is password protected to ensure security. Note that a PC is not required for the AquaController to serve web pages; the webserver is built into the AquaController III Pro
Computer Interface The AquaController III Pro can be optionally connected to PC or Macintosh via a standard RS-232 cable (available from Neptune Systems) or Ethernet cable. The computer interface allows you to download the datalog log as well as retrieve the current status of the monitored parameters and controlled devices in the aquarium. A computer is NOT required to program or operate the AquaController III Pro.
In addition the III Pro also supports a standard telnet server, so that the current status, datalogs, etc. are also available by a standard TCP/IP Ethernet connection.
Please see the AquaNotes web page for complete details on our Windows program which completely automates the datalog retrieval and graphing process.
Battery Backup An internal lithuim battery powers the AquaController III Pro's internal real time clock in the event when no external power is present. In the event of a power failure on both the primary AC adapter or the optional secondary power backup source, no configuration, program state, or clock settings will be lost. After power is restored all controlled devices will be in the correct state within five minutes after power is restored.
The internal battery is only used to retain the time of real time clock; the program and settings are stored in non-volatile memory. Since this is non-volatile memory, the AquaController III Pro retains the program and settings even during a power outage or failed internal battery. Once the AquaController III Pro is configured no more setup or reprogramming is required.
Large LCD Display The large and informative display on the AquaController III Pro is capable of displaying 20 characters by 4 lines of text/special characters. In the status mode the display shows the current conditions in the aquarium, the date and time, and the status of all the controlled devices. The large display also makes it much easier to program the controller as well as look at the data log. No other aquarium controller offers as large and informative a display. The AquaController III Pro comes standard with a backlit LCD display.
Display Lock with password protection To keep unauthorized users from accessing and modifying the AquaController III Pro's configuration, the display can be locked. To unlock the display a user settable password must be entered.
Power Fail Alarm In the event of power failure the AquaController III Pro can signal by email or a local audible alarm the fault condition. The III Pro has a second AC adapter connector which should be plugged into an external UPS to power the controller internal circuitry. The AquaController can sense the loose of power on the primary AC adapter connector and signal either a local audible alarm or send an email through its Ethernet internet connection. In addition the AquaController III Pro logs the time that power failure started and when the power was restored.
Flash Updates You never have to worry about the AquaController 3 Pro becoming obsolete. The software internal to the controller can be easily updated through your a PC on your local network. Just download the firmware update from our website and install it on the controller.
Expandable Hardware The AquaController III Pro has been designed so that additional probe interfaces, digital inputs can be easily added via the I/O connector. Expansion modules with pH, ORP, and temperature inputs are currently under development, and will allow a single controller to have multiple probes of the same type. The expansion possibilities are virtually unlimited.
Diagnostics The AquaController III Pro comes with a built-in self test diagnostic program which lets you know if the system is operating correctly. Also displayed on the self test screen are the revision and date of the firmware.
The AquaControllerPro has an easy to use and intuitive three button user interface. The buttons are used to navigate through the menus and to modify the standard setup. All setup and program modifications are possible through the buttons on the AquaControllerPro - no external computer is required.
The base unit includes a comprehensive owner's manual, which contains instructions and examples on how to best utilize your AquaControllerPro. No technical background is necessary to setup and operate the controller. The base unit measures 10cm x 19cm x 3cm. To help you perform the initial setup of the AquaControllerPro, the base unit comes pre-programmed with a default setup which requires little if any modification to work with most aquarium setups.
The AquaControllerPro base unit contains all the necessary capabilities to monitor and control even the most demanding aquarium setup. All of the features described below are present in the base unit; there are no additional software upgrades to buy. The AquaControllerPro is able to:
The AquaControllerPro also contains the functionality to control the pH, ORP, temperature, conductivity and dissolved oxygen in your tank. The standard control functions for the monitored parameters listed above are possible.
For pH control typically CO2 is injected into the aquarium when the pH rises too high. The AquaControllerPro continuously monitors the pH and can turn the CO2 injection system on or off based upon the user defined high and low set points. Because of the AquaControllerPro's highly programmable nature, it is possible to control pH in new and nonstandard ways. For example, in reef tanks with a calcium reactor it is desirable to stop injecting CO2 into the reaction chamber if the pH of the tank falls too low. The AquaControllerPro is currently the only known controller on the market capable of this type of control. The CO2 injection system is not included with AquaControllerPro.
Similarly, the AquaControllerPro can control the ORP level in your tank with the injection of ozone. If the ORP in your tank drops to an user defined settings, the AquaControllerPro can enable ozone injection into the tank. The ozone injection system is not included with AquaControllerPro.
Also the AquaControllerPro can control both a heater and chiller to maintain a stable temperature environment in the tank. The heater and/or chiller enable and disable temperatures can be set independently. Given the tank has an adequate heater and chiller, the temperature can be maintained within +-.3 °F.
Additionally, the AquaControllerPro has many more features for temperature control. For example, if the temperature of the tank exceeds a preset value, the AquaControllerPro can turn on a fan to cool the tank. If the temperature rises higher, an additional fan or chiller can be enabled. If the temperature rises even higher, lights can be shut off. There is really no limit to the number of ways that the AquaControllerPro can control the temperature.
Also, the AquaControllerPro has a special temperature cycle which is used to simulate seasonal temperature variations. All of the above mentioned features for temperature control are available in this mode as well; only the target temperature set point varies with the day of the year. This mode of operation is most interesting to the serious aquarist trying to induce his corals and fish to spawn.
Timers The timer functionality included in the base unit is capable of turning devices on and off at specific times of the day with one minute resolution. The AquaControllerPro can also turn the devices on or off multiple times per day not just one time per day as with other controllers. The flexible timers allows for the standard lighting control as well as for dosing of various elements. Up to 20 devices can be controlled by the AquaControllerPro.
Sunrise and Sunset Simulation The AquaControllerPro has a special type of timer which can be used to simulate the varying lengths of days throughout the year. This feature is used to make the length of daylight hours longer in the summer than in the winter. This results in a more realistic simulation of natural lighting variations.
Moon Cycle Simulation The AquaControllerPro has another special type of timer which can be used to simulate the moon cycle in your tank. A special lamp control module is used. This control module is capable of varying the intensity of light emitted from an incandescent bulb. The intensity variations are controlled by the AquaControllerPro which is preprogrammed with correct intensity values for each day of the moon cycle. The AquaControllerPro automatically updates the intensity value depending upon the current setting of the AquaControllerPro's clock. With this artificial moon cycle, it is possible to induce corals and fish to spawn.
2 External Switch Inputs The AquaControllerPro comes equipped with 2 TTL level external inputs which can be used to activate/deactivate receive an external stimulus. Applications for these inputs include connection to water level float switches, water pressure and flow sensors, and water on the floor sensors. The AquaControllerPro program can be set up to signal alarms or act upon the input condition.
4 Digital Outputs The AquaControllerPro comes equipped with 4 TTL level outputs which can be used to hardwire a device to be controller.
Programming Language One of the AquaControllerPro's most compelling features is its simple to use yet very powerful programming language.
A simple example best illustrates the power and versatility of the AquaControllerPro. Suppose that you wish to simulate the sunrise and sunset in your tank as well as having longer or shorter sunlight hours as based upon the seasons. The following program achieves this effect:
If Sun 000/000 Then LT1 ON If Sun 060/-045 Then LT2 ON If Temp > 83.0 Then LT2 OFF The first statement of the program turns light 1 ON at sunrise and OFF at sunset. The second statement turns light 2 ON 60 minutes after sunrise and shuts it off 45 minutes before sunset. This feature is not available in any other controller. The keyword 'Sun' tells the AquaControllerPro to use the preprogrammed timer which calculates the sunrise and sunset times for the current day of the year.
The extensive owner's manual thoroughly describes the installation and customization of the AquaControllerPro for use in your tank. The manual also contains many programming examples which illustrate many of its unique features. With this system the control of your aquarium is limited only by your imagination.
Alarms The AquaControllerPro can be programmed to enable an audible alarm when a monitored condition exceeds a preset value. The AquaControllerPro will immediately let you know when your tank needs attention. With the addition of an external modem the alarm can even be transmitted to a pager. The information received on the pager includes the current pH, temperature, ORP, conductivity and dissolved oxygen at the time of the alarm.
Data Logging The AquaControllerPro has data logging for the aquarist that wants to keep an accurate log of the conditions in his aquarium. Temperature, pH, ORP, conductivity and dissolved oxygen are sampled and stored into battery backed RAM. The sample interval is user programmable and can be from 1 minute to four hours in 1 minute increments. The data log can either be viewed on the LCD display or downloaded to a PC or Macintosh. via a standard RS232 serial connection.
Computer Interface The AquaControllerPro can be optionally connected to PC or Macintosh via a standard RS-232 cable (available from Neptune Systems). The serial interface allows you to download the datalog log as well as retrieve the current status of the monitored parameters and controlled devices in the aquarium. A computer is NOT required to program or operate the AquaControllerPro.
Standard terminal emulator programs interface quite easily to the AquaControllerPro. These terminal emulators are bundled with Windows or available as a public domain program for the Macintosh.
Please see the AquaNotes web page for complete details on our Windows 95/98 program which completely automates the datalog retrieval and graphing process.
Battery Backup A standard 9V battery can power the AquaControllerPro for several hours in the event of a power outage. No data loss will occur and all controlled devices will be in the correct state within five minutes after power is restored. The 9V battery is only used to retain the internal data log and time of day clock; the program and settings are stored in non-volatile memory.
Since this is non-volatile memory, the AquaControllerPro retains the program and settings even during a power outage or failed 9V battery. Once the AquaControllerPro is configured no more setup or reprogramming is required.
Battery Low Warning When the AquaControllerPro senses that the 9V battery backup is low an alarm can be signaled. The alarm can be either a local audible alarm or a page which will display the error condition.
Power Fail Alarm In the event of power failure the AquaControllerPro's 9V battery keeps the unit operation. When the AquaControllerPro senses that power has failed an alarm can be signaled. The alarm can be either a local audible alarm or a page which will display the error condition. In addition the AquaControllerPro logs the time that power failure started and when the power was restored.
Large LCD Display The large and informative display on the AquaControllerPro is capable of displaying 20 characters by 4 lines of text/special characters. In the status mode the display shows the current conditions in the aquarium, the date and time, and the status of all the controlled devices. The large display also makes it much easier to program the controller as well as look at the data log. No other aquarium controller offers as large and informative a display. The AquaControllerPro comes standard with a backlit LCD display.
Display Lock with password protection To keep unauthorized users from accessing and modifying the AquaControllerPro's configuration, the display can be locked. To unlock the display a user settable password must be entered.
Direct Modem Connection The AquaController Pro can be directly connected via a serial cable to an external modem. The modem can then be used to send a remote page of the conditions of the tank at the time of the alarm. The data sent to the pager includes the current AquaControllerPro serial number, temperature, pH, ORP, Conductivity, and DO.
The external modem can also be used to allow a remote PC running AquaNotes to dial in and access the AquaControllerPro. With the PC connected to the AquaControllerPro the current status can be monitored, the datalog can be retrieved, and the controller's configuration may be modified.
Diagnostics The AquaControllerPro comes with a built-in self test diagnostic program which lets you know if the system is operating correctly. Also displayed on the self test screen are the revision and date of the firmware.
The base unit includes a comprehensive owner's manual, which contains instructions and examples on how to best utilize your AquaControllerPro. No technical background is necessary to setup and operate the controller. The base unit measures 10cm x 19cm x 3cm.
To help you perform the initial setup of the AquaControllerPro, the base unit comes pre-programmed with a default setup which requires little if any modification to work with most aquarium setups.
The base unit includes a comprehensive owner's manual, which contains instructions and examples on how to best utilize your AquaControllerPro. No technical background is necessary to setup and operate the controller. The base unit measures 4.0" x 7.50" x 1.30"
Monitor & Control pH, ORP, Temperature, Conductivity and Dissolved Oxygen The base unit includes software which is capable of monitoring pH, ORP, temperature, conductivity and dissolved oxygen. The monitored data is continuously displayed on the large LCD display and also logged into the internal RAM for later retrieval. All probes support digital calibration. The AquaControllerPro also contains the functionality to control the pH, ORP, temperature, conductivity and dissolved oxygen in your tank. The standard control functions for the monitored parameters listed above are possible.
Starting at £174.95 the AquaController Jr base unit delivers the highest price performance ratio in the industry and brings truely affordable aquarium monitoring and control to tanks of all sizes. The AquaController Jr has the same great programming configuration language of our higher end controllers as well as the temperature and pH monitoring and control, lighting and pump/powerhead control. The Jr is now available with an optional serial port so that it can be connected to your PC. With AquaNotes Lite, our free Windows software permanent records and graphs of the datalogs arepossible. In addition the AquaController Jr is able to:
The AquaController Jr has an easy to use and intuitive three button user interface. The buttons are used to navigate through the menus and to modify the standard setup. All setup and program modifications are possible through the buttons on the AquaController Jr - no external computer is required.
The base unit includes a comprehensive owner's manual, which contains instructions and examples on how to best utilize your AquaController Jr. No technical background is necessary to setup and operate the controller. The base unit measures 7cm x 12cm x 2.5cm.
To help you perform the initial setup of the AquaController Jr, the base unit comes pre-programmed with a default setup which requires little if any modification to work with most aquarium setups.
Monitor & Control pH, and Temperature The base unit includes software which is capable of monitoring pH, temperature. The monitored data is continuously displayed on the large LCD display and also logged into the internal RAM for later retrieval. All probes support digital calibration. The AquaController Jr base unit comes standard with a high quality temperature probe with a 3m cable (part number PRBTMPJR). The AquaController Jr also contains the functionality to control the pH, and temperature in your tank. The standard control functions for the monitored parameters listed above are possible.
For pH control typically CO2 is injected into the aquarium when the pH rises too high. The AquaController Jr continuously monitors the pH and can turn the CO2 injection system on or off based upon the user defined high and low set points. Because of the AquaController Jr's highly programmable nature, it is possible to control pH in new and non-standard ways. For example, in reef tanks with a calcium reactor it is desirable to stop injecting CO2 into the reaction chamber if the pH of the tank falls too low. The AquaController Jr is currently the only known controller on the market capable of this type of control. The CO2 injection system is not included with AquaController Jr.
Also the AquaController Jr can control both a heater and chiller to maintain a stable temperature environment in the tank. The heater and/or chiller enable and disable temperatures can be set independently. Given the tank has an adequate heater and chiller, the temperature can be maintained within +-.3 °F.
Additionally, the AquaController Jr has many more features for temperature control. For example, if the temperature of the tank exceeds a preset value, the AquaController Jr can turn on a fan to cool the tank. If the temperature rises higher, an additional fan or chiller can be enabled. If the temperature rises even higher, lights can be shut off. There is really no limit to the number of ways that the AquaController Jr can control the temperature.
Also, the AquaController Jr has a special temperature cycle which is used to simulate seasonal temperature variations. All of the above mentioned features for temperature control are available in this mode as well; only the target temperature set point varies with the day of the year. This mode of operation is most interesting to the serious aquarist trying to induce his corals and fish to spawn.
Optional Computer Interface - Works with AquaNotes If the AquaControllerJr is purchased with the optional serial port it can be connected to PC via a standard RS-232 cable (available from Neptune Systems). The serial interface allows you to download the datalog log as well as retrieve the current status of the monitored parameters and controlled devices in the aquarium. A computer is NOT required to program or operate the AquaController Jr.
Standard terminal emulator programs interface quite easily to the AquaController Jr. These terminal emulators are bundled with Windows or available as a public domain program for the Macintosh.
Please see the AquaNotes web page for complete details on our Windows program which completely automates the datalog retrieval and graphing process. AquaNotes Lite is now available for free.
1 External Switch Input If the AquaJr is purchased with the serial port option, then it has one external switch input which can be used to activate/deactivate devices in response to an external stimulus. Applications for the input includes connection to water level float switches, water pressure and flow sensors, and water on the floor sensors. The AquaController Jr program can be set up to signal alarms or act upon the input condition.
Timers The timer functionality included in the base unit is capable of turning devices on and off at specific times of the day with one minute resolution. The AquaController Jr can also turn the devices on or off multiple times per day not just one time per day as with other controllers. The flexible timers allows for the standard lighting control as well as for dosing of various elements. Up to 12 devices can be controlled by the AquaController Jr. All outputs of the AquaController can either following the automatic programming, or can be manually turned to an on or off state.
Sunrise and Sunset Simulation The AquaController Jr has a special type of timer which can be used to simulate the varying lengths of days throughout the year. This feature is used to make the length of daylight hours longer in the summer than in the winter. This results in a more realistic simulation of natural lighting variations.
Moon Cycle Simulation The AquaController Jr has special type of timer which can be used to simulate a true moon cycle in your tank (not just a night light like the other controllers). A special lamp control module is used. This control module is capable of varying the intensity of light emitted from an incandescent bulb. The intensity variations are controlled by the AquaController Jr which is preprogrammed with correct intensity values for each day of the moon cycle. The AquaController Jr automatically updates the intensity value depending upon the current setting of the AquaController Jr's clock. With this artificial moon cycle, it is possible to induce corals and fish to spawn.
WaveMaker Each pump to be controlled can either have a random or fixed time period. Both the on and off times are fully programmable and can range from 1 minute to 4 hours in 1 minute increments. Up to 12 pumps can be controlled by one base unit. A variable length feed timer cycle can be initiated with the press of a button and will disable some or all of the pumps in the system (programmed by the user). Soft start for pumps is available when the Jr is used with the Direct Connect 8. Soft start reduces wear and tear on pumps and results in noticeably quieter start up for most powerheads.
Control Options Like the entire AquaController product line, both X10 and/or hardwired control options are available. For new installations we recommend a hardwired installation. Up to 3 Direct Connect 4s (DC4) or Direct Connect 4 Heavy Dutys (DC4HD), or 1 DC8 and 1 DC4/DC4HD can be used with the AquaController Jr if a hardwired control solution is desired. The DC boxes connect directly to the AquaController through a standard 4 conductor telephone cable. With 3 DC4HDs connected 12 different devices can be controlled independently, with a maximum total power dissappation of approximately 3 * 120 * 15 = 5400 Watts. No X10 modules or interfaces are required if Direct Connect control boxes are used.
For X10 control, the AquaController sends a digital signal to the control interface (part number IM513) which places a small RF signal onto the powerlines in your home. The control modules (typically part number CM466) receive this X10 signal over the power lines, and if the code matches the user settable address the module is turned on or off. Up to 12 control modules can be controlled with the AquaController Jr.
Programming Language One of the AquaController Jr's most compelling features is its simple to use yet very powerful programming language.
A simple example best illustrates the power and versatility of the AquaController Jr. Suppose that you wish to simulate the sunrise and sunset in your tank as well as having longer or shorter sunlight hours as based upon the seasons. The following program achieves this effect:
If Sun 000/000 Then LT1 ON If Sun 060/-045 Then LT2 ON If Temp > 83.0 Then LT2 OFF The first statement of the program turns light 1 ON at sunrise and OFF at sunset. The second statement turns light 2 ON 60 minutes after sunrise and shuts it off 45 minutes before sunset. This feature is not available in any other controller. The keyword 'Sun' tells the AquaController Jr to use the preprogrammed timer which calculates the sunrise and sunset times for the current day of the year.
The programming flexibility does not stop here though, as illustrated by the third program statement. This statement will shut off light 2 if the temperature of the tank ever exceeds 83.0°F. With this type of feature, the temperature stability of the tank can be more easily obtained on those hot summer days. Additionally your tank is protected from overheating in the event of chiller/fan failure.
The extensive owner's manual thoroughly describes the installation and customization of the AquaController Jr for use in your tank. The manual also contains many programming examples which illustrate many of its unique features. With this system the control of your aquarium is limited only by your imagination.
Alarms The AquaController Jr can be programmed to enable an audible alarm when a monitored condition exceeds a preset value. The AquaController Jr will immediately let you know when your tank needs attention.
Data Logging The AquaController Jr has data logging for the aquarist that wants to keep an accurate log of the conditions in his aquarium. Temperature, pH, and are sampled and stored into RAM. The sample interval is user programmable and can be from 1 minute to four hours in 1 minute increments. The data log can be viewed on the LCD display.
Battery Backup Even in the event of a power failure the AquaController's clock maintains the correct time. Since all of the controller's configuration settings are stored in nonvoltile memory, no reprogramming/reconfiguration is necessary following a power failure.
Upgradeable Firmware You never have worry about your controller becoming obsolete. The AquaController Jr has flash memory which can be upgraded with new software as new functionality is developed. To perform the firmware update an optional serial cable is connected between the AquaController Jr's temperature connector and an RS232 serial port of a Window's PC. The WIndow's PC runs a flash update utility to replace the firmware.
LCD Display The large and informative backlit display on the AquaController Jr is capable of displaying 16 characters by 2 lines of text/special characters. In the status mode the display shows the either current conditions in the aquarium or the date/time and the status of all the controlled devices.
Display Lock with password protection To keep unauthorized users from accessing and modifying the AquaController Jr's configuration, the display can be locked. To unlock the display a user settable password must be entered. ~Aquacontroller Junior|CM/NE/JNR|~685~1423~neptuneproducts neptune~